22 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1918
Page
1
A R? dramatic note on The Warrior starring Maciste, showing in local theatre. The film parallels Italian mountain battles with daring ascent and capture of Austrian strongholds. Publicized by General Enterprises Inc, praise from fans and critics highlights lifelike war scenes and real time resonance with the current conflict.
A lengthy list of upcoming worship services, sermons, and church activities across multiple denominations including Presbyterian, Methodist, Evangelical, and Lutheran. It notes speakers such as Prof. John A. Keith and Rev. Chalmers G. Morrow, references War Savings Stamps observance, guest sermons, Sunday schools, hymn topics, and special prayers aligned with government events.
Minister Frank Whitlock recalls German brutality in Belgium during 1914 15. He recounts the Dinant massacre where about 90 civilians including children and babies were killed and buried in a pit. The plea urges Americans to buy War Savings Stamps to back soldiers and support the nation.
A Boston Transcript line notes that many men who are not physically strong still hold a sizable self view and voice strong opinions about themselves. The remark probes vanity and public perception in a concise social quip.
Thomas M Wagner died June 17 1918 at his daughter Mrs Oliver Myers Saltsburg Pa after a winter illness. Survived by widow Laura V Wagner and children Paul Swissvale Mrs W B Smith Wilkinsburg Mrs Romayne Sexton DuBois Miss Gertrude E Wagner DuBois and Mrs Oliver Myers Saltsburg plus seven grandchildren. Active in Odd Fellows James B Nicholson Lodge Wilkinsburg and Knights of Pythias Lodge 384. Services held June 19 at Mrs Myers home with delegations from Wilkinsburg lodges. interment June 20 in Saltsburg. Resided in Indiana twelve years recently moved to DuBois.
In Hays Centre Nebraska on June 22 twenty drafted men waiting for a train to training camp protested by painting the storefront of a mother owned business bright yellow. The act aimed to pressure for a deferred classification for her son. The Sheriff halted the project before completion, but supporters finished the painting.
The Phi Kappa Pi Sorority’s Gamma Channel, the oldest at the Normal School since 1900 or 1928, celebrated their sixteenth anniversary banquet with Miss Ackerman and Mrs Whitmyer among hostesses, toastmistress Miss Mildred Barr, and toasts on Our Mission and the Sorority’s origin. The event featured gold crepe paper décor, daisy accents, and 8 o'clock seating followed by music and conversation.
German alien females over age 11 must register within June 17 to 26, 1918 in large cities with police chiefs and in smaller towns with local officials. In Indiana county, registration is with Squire James A. Crossman in Indiana.
A newspaper card thanks Miss Ellen McMullen superintendent of the Mission Sunday School and gives credit to Mrs Zora Bleck and Miss Mary Bee for their interest in the musical part of last week s Children s Day exercises.
A humorous incident at the local Marine Corps recruiting station ends with sergeant Pearlin refusing a recruit’s request to bring a large black cat to Paris Island. McDonough insists on taking the cat, claiming the animal protects him from dreams and rats, repeating the warning No Cat No Devil Dog.
The casualty list reports Pennsylvania deaths and wounded from World War II actions. Private Charles J. Dolan, Private Curley, and others listed from matches chunk region include Orlando Loomis and Martin Lacy with various statuses. Thirty-one Marine casualties announced, including one severe Pennsylvania case, Marrizon Moon of Elwood City.
The Courier Journal reports on women’s struggles and social issues within the community. Observations cover daily life, employment, education, and personal challenges reflecting women’s evolving roles.
The account records a wedding at a Marshall home, naming the bride Eva Monat Vo Biged and the groom, with details obscured by OCR. Excerpts reference family witnesses, ceremony settings, and location in Marshall, noting dates and involved relatives in a traditional local society notice.
The Pirates and Reds prepare for a doubleheader on July Fourth at Forbes Field with Christy Mathewson and Cy Slapnickas among the noted pitchers. Southworth and other reinforcements boost Pittsburgh as Cincinnati features Kaddle Rourh and Heinie Groh. Tickets $1.50 to $1.75, sales urged in advance by mail due to holiday crowds.
Notice of dissolution of Ceopwe Wy Platner and Frank BL Mlotzee partnership on April 4 1915 due to Gearwe Who TPalaer death. All debts of the partnership are to be settled. Frank F. Plotter will continue the business at the former location under the name Frank F. Plotner.
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